Elizabeth Tower, the Neo-Gothic landmark home to the famed Big Ben bell, has been honoured with a RIBA London Award following an ambitious and meticulous renovation by architectural conservation studio Purcell. Described by the jury as “a masterclass in...
From 3D-printed lighting to modular furniture, students at Thomas Jefferson University are reimagining the future of design through experimental materials, real-world collaborations, and thoughtful craftsmanship. This showcase of student projects from the School of Design and Engineering spans a...
This week in architecture and design, innovation took center stage—from a wind turbine reborn as a micro home to subtle yet symbolic rebrands by tech giants. As the Venice Architecture Biennale continued to spark global dialogue, we also spotlighted...
Isamu Noguchi’s Akari lamps have transcended time and trend to become iconic objects of soft sculpture and ambient light. First created in 1951 and still handcrafted today in Japan’s Gifu region using traditional washi paper techniques, these luminaires are...
In the heart of Brooklyn’s Windsor Terrace, a striking new residential tower named One Park Point is redefining how traditional materials meet contemporary design. Spearheaded by FXCollaborative and brought to life through a unique partnership with The Belden Brick...
At the intersection of coastal calm and Mediterranean romance, Cibaria, a new all-day restaurant in Sydney’s Manly Pacific Hotel, is a sensory celebration. Designed by local studio Luchetti Krelle, the interiors playfully merge asymmetry with artisanal craftsmanship, conjuring the...
In Montreal’s historic Nordelec building, where industrial bones meet modern refinement, Ivy Studio has transformed an indoor golf facility into a visually striking and socially vibrant club. With design cues pulled from the world of golf—both in color and...
More than two years after the coronation of King Charles III, Britain’s royal tradition continues with the unveiling of his official coronation portrait. The painting, steeped in historical symbolism yet softened with modern touches of humanity, was revealed to...
In a groundbreaking moment for global literature, Indian author Banu Mushtaq and translator Deepa Bhasthi have won the 2025 International Booker Prize for Heart Lamp, a powerful collection of twelve short stories chronicling the lives of women in southern...
Once billed as the pinnacle of 21st-century luxury living, 432 Park Avenue now faces a very different legacy—one of alleged structural deception, costly repairs, and legal turmoil. The iconic pencil-thin skyscraper, towering above Manhattan’s Billionaire’s Row, is the subject...
